Senior Edition

EATON — Representatives from LCNB National Bank will be at the Preble County Senior Center on Friday, Aug. 14, at 10 a.m. to present information on the basics of estate planning. Many people think they don’t need estate planning because they think they don’t have an estate. With few exceptions, everyone has an estate. Don’t miss this important meeting on the basics of estate planning. Please RSVP by calling the Senior Center at 937-456-4947.

The Parkinson Support Group will meet at the Preble County Senior Center, 800 East St. Clair Street, Eaton, on Thursday, Aug. 20, from 3-4 p.m. The facilitator for the meeting is Jim Straszheim. This meeting is open to the public and everyone is welcome to attend.

The Preble County Council on Aging Employee of the Month is Dave Holp. Dave steps in to help out when things are needed with various departments. He will help anyone who asks or needs help, often going over and beyond his duties. He does a great job juggling different duties, especially when he needs to help out with the mowing and at the Grange, all while keeping his duties of HDMs organized. Congratulations Dave!

The Thursday Night Weekly Dance takes place from 4-7 p.m. at The Grange at 501 Nation Avenue, Eaton. The dance features delicious food, with a $1 menu, a 50/50 drawing and door prizes. We have a new terrific band that many of you have already heard at some of our previous special events. The Silvertones, a local band from Camden, Ohio will provide an enjoyable evening of classic rock & roll and country music for your listening and dancing pleasure. Band members include Michael Powers on piano; Mike Buckley, lead guitar; Danny Witt, Bass; and Gary “Pete” Peters on drums. Admission is $3 per individual/$5 per couple. It’s a fun evening for everyone. We look forward to seeing you at our next Thursday Night Dance.

It’s Christmas in July at the Preble County Senior Center. Monetary donations that we receive through July 31st for this year’s Holiday Food Baskets will be matched up to $500 thanks to a local family. Monetary donations enable the Preble County Council on Aging to add items to the baskets like dairy products, meat, fresh fruit and vegetables. Please consider making an early donation so we can receive the match. We will, of course, take donations of non-perishable foods and paper products at any time before the baskets are delivered in December.

The date has been set for the Preble County Senior Center’s Holiday Craft Bazaar. It will be held from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14, at The Grange, 501 Nation Avenue, Eaton. We are now taking reservations for table space. Vendors are able to reserve one space, with a 10 ft. wood table, for $20 or two spaces for $35. Call Stacey Copes at 937-456-4947 to reserve your space.

The Decade’s Diner, complete with juke box, graffiti wall, and striking “fab 50s” decorations, is a unique location for lunch. The menu features many delicious items and a couple daily specials. The Diner is also the site of our daily Congregate Meal. The Decade’s Diner is located at Preble County Senior Center, 800 East St. Clair Street, Eaton. It is open for lunch from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Diner is open to the public and all ages are welcome. Carry-out is available. Call 937-456-4947 to place your order.

We need volunteers to help deliver meals to seniors and shut-ins in the county. Meals are delivered Monday through Friday, except holidays, to seniors in Preble County. Drivers work two to three hours a day delivering meals in their vehicle to senior citizens. Drivers have a dedicated route, and can work one, two or more days per week, or just one day per month. Adult drivers of any age are eligible to volunteer. Drivers receive mileage reimbursement. If you would like to volunteer, or need more information, please call Ashley Bowers, Home Delivered Meal Coordinator at 937-456-4947.

Many exciting events, trips, and activities are planned for seniors in Preble County in coming months. Check out our website or Facebook pages for the latest news. Membership at the Senior Center is only $10 a year. In addition to other benefits, members automatically receive our bi-monthly “Senior Scene” newsletter, which features all the latest news. The menu is also included in the newsletter. New for 2015: You can fill out a membership form and pay your $10 online. Just visit our new improved website for details: www.prebleseniorcenter.org.